Question: 2. Using the tire manufacturer from problem No. 1, the manufacturer claims that the mean lifetime mileage for this particular brand of tires is

2. Using the tire manufacturer from problem No. 1, the manufacturer claims

2. Using the tire manufacturer from problem No. 1, the manufacturer claims that the mean lifetime mileage for this particular brand of tires is 60,000 miles. A consumer group believes the mean lifetime mileage is less than 60,000 miles. A. Is there sufficient evidence to support the manufacturer's claim of a mean of 60,000 miles? Carry out an appropriate test at a 5% significance level. (20 points) NOTE: It is not necessary to verify conditions. B. Would your conclusion be any different if the test were carried out at a 1% significance level? Explain. (4 points) C. Explain, in words, what would constitute a type I error in the context of the problem. (4 points)

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